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15 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Craving a warm, comforting bowl of chicken tortilla soup but short on time? This recipe delivers authentic flavors in just 15 minutes! Perfect for a cozy night in, this quick and easy soup uses pantry staples and fresh ingredients for a delicious meal that's ready in a flash. Beat the snowstorm blues (or any busy weeknight) with this surprisingly simple and satisfying recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 528.7 kcal
Protein 80g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
15 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Ingredients for 15 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup

  • Salsa
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Mexicorn
  • Kidney Beans
  • Chicken
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Sour cream, for garnish
  • Tortilla chips, for garnish

How to Make 15 Minute Chicken Tortilla Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced cloves garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded or diced, to the pot. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  3. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained, and 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained.
  5. Simmer for another 2 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with tortilla chips, shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream, and chopped cilantro (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

86 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

34g

Carbs

12g

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